presented in partnership with Churchill County Parks & Recreation
Beginning in 2022, I have had the opportunity to partner with CCPR and offer guided trips in and around Churchill County's outback. On the trips, we get off the
pavement and visit various local historic sites.
General Information:
• Cost/vehicle is $25.00
• 4x4/High Clearance Recommended (No ATVs/OHVs at this time)
• Participants should pack their own meals/snacks
• Be prepared for all weather conditions, and bring necessary supplies (sunscreen, hats, jackets, etc)
• As we are traversing undeveloped terrain, restrooms often do not exist on the trail. Plan accordingly.
• Hazards, including mine shafts and wildlife, may be encountered along the trip.
All trips meet at the Churchill County Parks & Recreation office, 325 Sheckler Rd, Fallon, NV 89406 and depart at 8:30am.
Upcoming Expeditions
This year's first trip will take us to one of the oldest mines in Churchill County - the Desert Queen. Said to be discovered in 1849 by emigrants, the mine operated
off and on for around 100 years! We will also visit two mills built in the 1800s to process gold from the mine. Bug spray is recommended.
This trip will take us to a couple mining camps whose heyday came and went 100 years ago. Access to these camps may be lost in coming years - don't miss the chance to visit while you can!
This trip will take us to Ellsworth, a central Nevada mining camp first established in 1864. While its largest boom ended in the 1880s, mining continued off and on for at least another forty years! Along the way, we'll traverse scenic Buffalo Canyon and see what other mining relics we can find.
Our final trip of the year will take us to new heights. We'll start with a climb to the top of the Toiyabe range for a breathtaking view of Reese River Valley, follow by a dramatic drop into a canyon (hopefully) awash with Fall color. Our trip will conclude with a visit to the 1860s ghost town of Geneva.
This trip will contain long, steep grades which may not be suitable for those with a fear of heights. Round trip from Fallon will be approximately 265 miles.
